We're a fresh New Zealand political podcast focused on going beyond the day-to-day and looking at the structures & processes that underpin our democracy. We do this for fun, and hope you also find the podcast engaging & fun. By becoming a supporter you will be helping us cover the costs of running the podcast, while also empowering us to grow our reach.

Rick Zwaan & Ralph​ HallCo-hosts​

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​We recommend reading the sections below for more information about First Past The Pod's funding campaign.

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